CNA 2024-**

Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Retirement Center is seeking qualified individuals for the full-time position of Certified Nursing Assistant. This position requires a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to help nursing staff provide quality health care for persons in a home-like setting. CNAs will exhibit compassion and respect while caring for persons with mental health, dementia, and medical needs. The Wyoming Retirement Center is located in Basin, Wyoming, with many outdoor activities available. This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus See notes for eligibility and conditions Human Resource Contact:wdhaginghr@wyo.gov / 307-568-2431 ext 214 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. * Cares for the personal needs, comforts, and safety of persons with mental health, dementia, and physical needs. * Assists persons with mobility, eating, and personal care. * Takes blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration values. * Applies prescribed safety devices to the environment of persons we care for (i.e., braces and splints, etc.). * Documents all care provided with written entries in medical records. * Assists in maintaining proper infection control procedures. * Documents weekly progress toward group and intervention participation. * Participates in treatment team meetings and shift change reports. Qualifications PREFERENCES/ AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: Preference may be given to those with experience in a long-term care facility. Agency requires a current CNA license. KNOWLEDGE: * Knowledge of basic nursing assistant procedures and responsibilities. * Knowledge and use of infection control techniques. * Knowledge of using and maintaining simple nursing equipment (O2, prosthetics, lifts, etc.). * Knowledge and use of good body mechanics and proper lifting techniques. * Ability to work on a team. * Ability to be observant and communicate subtle changes to charge nurses. * Ability to use good oral and written communication skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare) Experience: No prior experience is required. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire OR Education & ExperienceSubstitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) OR Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to: * Lift/transfer persons to different positions. * Lift persons and/or medical equipment of varying sizes and weights up to approximately 50 lbs. * Work holidays, evenings, nights, and/or weekends as scheduled. NOTES: * FLSA: Non-exempt * The position is full-time. * For the health and protection of the persons, we care for, annual influenza vaccination is required, and annual testing for tuberculosis. * A background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant. * Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists. * The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package! * The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify Employer. * Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions * New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position * Current state employees acceptinga promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public * One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay. * Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date. * Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period. Supplemental Information Visit us online athttps://health.wyo.gov/aging/retirementcenter/ Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.